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Children's Introductory Fly Fishing Lesson in Gauteng

For kids under 12, this beginners fly fishing course is an exciting way to spend time in the great outdoors!

(Johannesburg)

02:30

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Children's Introductory Fly Fishing Lesson in Gauteng

For kids under 12, this beginners fly fishing course is an exciting way to spend time in the great outdoors!

Treat the kids to a fly fishing experience in Gauteng, joining
an expert instructor for a morning of fishing tutelage that will
give them the necessary skills to pursue this highly enjoyable
sport.

The 2.5 hour group lesson takes place at the Kloofzicht Lodge
and Spa in the Cradle of Mankind Heritage Area. Surrounded by the
incredible natural landscape, you'll greet the instructor and chat
about what's in store for the session. It'll begin with an
entertaining and fascinating history of fly fishing, plus a
description of the various equipment used to ensure fly-fishing
remains eco-friendly. The instructor will show everyone how to
choose the correct flies to fish with and how to cast the line.
Then for the most exciting part, the first go at actual fly
fishing! Guides will be on hand to ensure the flies are tied on
properly, and to give advice so that hopefully by the end of the
session everyone will have caught (and released) their very own
fish.

The Children's Fly Fishing Lesson in Gauteng makes a fantastic
gift for kids who love adventure and outdoor activities, and is a
fun way to get into a new hobby. Treat your son, daughter, niece or
nephew and enjoy what Gauteng has to offer!

Expert Interview with Sundowner Fly Fishing Adventures

Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish? Well picture yourself overlooking the breathtaking Cradle of Mankind Heritage Area, while your expert instructor shares with you their extensive fishing knowledge to aid you in making a catch by the end of the session. Offering beginners lessons for adults and children, as well as private lessons for those who want to really get to grips with the sport, Sundowner Adventures are the go-to fly-fishing experts in Gauteng. We caught up with Wayne to talk about how the company started, the incredible locations of the lessons, and the biggest fish ever caught!

Q1: Could you please tell us about the history behind Sundowner and how it all began?

A: I have always been brought up to love nature and adventure in the outdoors. While I was studying at University I decided that I should start my own business. I initially begun by marketing a lodge that my family owned on the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls. The Lodge and my business are aptly named Sundowner Adventures after the magical time of day where the sun slowly sinks below the horizon leaving a spray of reds, orange, red and purple color flung across the sky. In Africa this is especially significant because it means an escape from the heat of the sun and some people celebrate with their favorite liquid refreshment and others just take a deep breath, relax and watch in awe as the colour spectacle unfolds. Uniquely no two sunsets are ever the same. Likewise I realised that my company needed to be unique. The company progressed into a fully fledged tour operator that specialized in tours throughout Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana and Mozambique. It was the severe challenges caused by the political instability in Zim that eventually resulted in our focus moving back to South Africa and this is when we moved into the specialist arena of Sport and Fly fishing adventure tourism. I always prefer to think out the box and before long I had established one side of the company that serviced the leisure fishing market and the other side of the company that focussed on the corporate team building and events market. Our services target a wide variety of clientele from middle market city slickers looking to try something new, experienced fly fishers looking to target a bucket list species to a blue chip company looking to build communication skills in their teams. I believe that everyone who is interested should have access to this incredible sport/art.

Q2: Where does your immense passion for fishing come from?

A: I find that the places that sport and fly fishing takes me is one of the main attractions. One of the main passions that drives me to build this business is the knowledge that we are providing an environment where families can get out into the fresh air of the country (without electronic distractions) and spend time together. My Dad introduced my brother and I to fishing and we spent a lot time fishing together (even if some of that time caused my Dad lots of frustrations untangling fishing lines). It was however my late teens that I began to understand the psychology and processes behind fly fishing and this was where my real passion for the sport and to teach others developed.

Q3: What has been the most impressive catch during one of your lessons?

Q5: With an impressive star rating of five, why do you think the lodge has gained this?

A: Kloofzicht Lodge and most of the other lodges in the Cradle of Humankind and Magaliesburg have been awarded with either four or five stars because of the luxury offered in the accommodation, quality of food and service. The establishments that we generally partner with also offer particularly natural and scenic locations.

Q6: What types of fish and animals do you find in the dams and rivers?

A: The dams have a collection fish including Rainbow Trout, Large-mouth bass, Carp, Tilapia and cat fish. The rivers which are mostly in conservancy areas (so indigenous fish are promoted) include small scale yellow fish, large scale yellow fish, Tilapia and cat fish. Birds include 5 different species of King fishers, Fish Eagles, Goliath Herons, Fishing Heron and many more. Animals include Cape clawless Otters, crabs and Legauvans.

Q7: Finally, what three words would you best use to describe this beginner fly fishing lesson?

A: Informative, Fun, Affordable!

Thank you very much to Wayne for answering our questions about Sundowner Flyfishing Adventures. It is always great to hear how passionate our partners are about running their business and ensuring all customers get the most out of their experience, as well as having a fun and memorable time. We look forward to hearing about the next amazing catch you get!

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